LITTLE ROCK

Uniti Group Inc. Reports First Quarter 2024 Results

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Friday, May 3, 2024

LITTLE ROCK, Ark., May 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Uniti Group Inc. (“Uniti” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: UNIT) today announced its results for the first quarter 2024.

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  • LITTLE ROCK, Ark., May 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Uniti Group Inc. (“Uniti” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: UNIT) today announced its results for the first quarter 2024.
  • Our core recurring strategic fiber business grew 4% in the first quarter of 2024 when compared to the first quarter of 2023.
  • Also, our net success-based capital intensity at Uniti Fiber during the quarter declined to 34% from 46% in the first quarter of 2023.
  • Uniti Fiber contributed $68.8 million of revenues and $23.8 million of Adjusted EBITDA for the first quarter of 2024.

Uniti to Merge with Windstream Creating Premier Insurgent Fiber Provider

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Friday, May 3, 2024

LITTLE ROCK, Ark., May 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Uniti Group Inc. (“Uniti”) (Nasdaq: UNIT) announced today that it has entered into a definitive agreement to merge with Windstream Holdings II, LLC (“Windstream”). Under the terms of the agreement, which have been unanimously approved by both companies’ Board of Directors, upon closing, Uniti shareholders will hold approximately 62% of the outstanding common equity of the combined company and Windstream shareholders will hold approximately 38% of the outstanding common equity.

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  • LITTLE ROCK, Ark., May 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Uniti Group Inc. (“Uniti”) (Nasdaq: UNIT) announced today that it has entered into a definitive agreement to merge with Windstream Holdings II, LLC (“Windstream”).
  • The demand for fiber broadband has never been greater, and Uniti is now expanding its reach into FTTH with an attractive scaled platform.
  • The combination of Uniti and Windstream also removes several dis-synergies that exist in the current landlord/tenant relationship and greatly enhances Uniti’s optionality for strategic initiatives.
  • Uniti expects to fund the $425 million of cash consideration to shareholders of Windstream from operations, revolver borrowings and/or future capital markets transactions.

CHICKEN SALAD CHICK ADDS A FOURTH LITTLE ROCK LOCATION WITH NEWEST OPENING IN MAUMELLE, ARKANSAS

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Monday, April 29, 2024

ATLANTA, April 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Chicken Salad Chick, the nation's only fast casual chicken salad restaurant concept, is growing once again in Little Rock, Arkansas, opening its fourth spot in the city and second in the northern suburbs. Chicken Salad Chick of North Little Rock-Maumelle features a convenient drive-thru at 13101 Crystal Hill Road in the West Landing shopping center. The restaurant is owned and operated by Emily Gray and business partner Hudson Sandefur, the duo behind Little Rock's three other Chicken Salad Chick locations. The Maumelle community is invited to celebrate this grand opening on Wednesday, May 8th; the first 100 guests in line will win free chicken salad for a year.  

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  • ATLANTA, April 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Chicken Salad Chick , the nation's only fast casual chicken salad restaurant concept, is growing once again in Little Rock, Arkansas, opening its fourth spot in the city and second in the northern suburbs.
  • Chicken Salad Chick of North Little Rock-Maumelle features a convenient drive-thru at 13101 Crystal Hill Road in the West Landing shopping center.
  • The restaurant is owned and operated by Emily Gray and business partner Hudson Sandefur, the duo behind Little Rock's three other Chicken Salad Chick locations.
  • The next 99 guests in line receive one large Quick Chick of chicken salad per month for a year.

Uniti Group Inc. Declares $0.15 Per Share Quarterly Dividend

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Thursday, May 2, 2024

LITTLE ROCK, Ark., May 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Uniti Group Inc. (“Uniti”) (Nasdaq: UNIT) announced today that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.15 per share, payable on June 28, 2024 to stockholders of record on June 14, 2024.

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LITTLE ROCK, Ark., May 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Uniti Group Inc. (“Uniti”) (Nasdaq: UNIT) announced today that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.15 per share, payable on June 28, 2024 to stockholders of record on June 14, 2024.

Westrock Coffee Company to Report First Quarter 2024 Financial Results on May 9, 2024

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Thursday, April 25, 2024

LITTLE ROCK, Ark., April 25, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Westrock Coffee Company (NASDAQ: WEST) ("Westrock Coffee" or the “Company") today announced that it will report its first quarter 2024 results on Thursday, May 9, 2024 after market close.

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  • LITTLE ROCK, Ark., April 25, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Westrock Coffee Company (NASDAQ: WEST) ("Westrock Coffee" or the “Company") today announced that it will report its first quarter 2024 results on Thursday, May 9, 2024 after market close.
  • The announcement will be followed by a live earnings conference call at 4:30 p.m.
  • To participate in the live earnings call and question and answer session, please register at https://registrations.events/direct/NTM14777677 and dial-in information will be provided directly to you.
  • The live audio webcast will be accessible in the “Events and Presentations” section of the Company’s Investor Relations website at https://investors.westrockcoffee.com .

Uniti Group Inc. To Report First Quarter 2024 Financial Results and Host Conference Call

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Tuesday, April 23, 2024

LITTLE ROCK, Ark., April 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Uniti Group Inc. (“Uniti”) (Nasdaq: UNIT) announced today that it will report its first quarter 2024 financial results prior to the opening of trading on the Nasdaq Stock Exchange on May 3, 2024.

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  • LITTLE ROCK, Ark., April 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Uniti Group Inc. (“Uniti”) (Nasdaq: UNIT) announced today that it will report its first quarter 2024 financial results prior to the opening of trading on the Nasdaq Stock Exchange on May 3, 2024.
  • A conference call to discuss those earnings will be held the same day at 8:30 AM Eastern Time.
  • A replay of the call will be available on the Investor Relations website beginning on May 3, 2024 at approximately 12:00 PM Eastern Time.

Bank OZK Announces Record First Quarter 2024 Earnings

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Wednesday, April 17, 2024

LITTLE ROCK, Ark., April 17, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bank OZK (the “Bank”) (Nasdaq: OZK) today announced that net income available to common stockholders for the first quarter of 2024 was a record $171.5 million, a 3.4% increase from $165.9 million for the first quarter of 2023.

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  • LITTLE ROCK, Ark., April 17, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bank OZK (the “Bank”) (Nasdaq: OZK) today announced that net income available to common stockholders for the first quarter of 2024 was a record $171.5 million, a 3.4% increase from $165.9 million for the first quarter of 2023.
  • Diluted earnings per common share for the first quarter of 2024 were a record $1.51, a 7.1% increase from $1.41 for the first quarter of 2023.
  • Pre-tax pre-provision net revenue (“PPNR”) was a record $272.7 million for the first quarter of 2024, a 10.7% increase from $246.4 million for the first quarter of 2023.
  • George Gleason, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, stated, “Our record net income and record diluted earnings per share in the quarter just ended are an excellent start to 2024.

Bank OZK First Quarter 2024 Management Comments

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Wednesday, April 17, 2024

LITTLE ROCK, Ark., April 17, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bank OZK’s (the “Bank”) (Nasdaq: OZK) first quarter 2024 management comments are now available on the Bank’s investor relations website http://ir.ozk.com .

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  • LITTLE ROCK, Ark., April 17, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bank OZK’s (the “Bank”) (Nasdaq: OZK) first quarter 2024 management comments are now available on the Bank’s investor relations website http://ir.ozk.com .
  • Bank OZK (Nasdaq: OZK) is a regional bank providing innovative financial solutions delivered by expert bankers with a relentless pursuit of excellence.
  • Established in 1903, Bank OZK conducts banking operations with approximately 240 offices in eight states including Arkansas, Georgia, Florida, North Carolina, Texas, New York, California and Mississippi and had $36.03 billion in total assets as of March 31, 2024.
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Uniti Group Inc. Releases 2023 Environmental, Social and Governance Report

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Thursday, April 11, 2024

LITTLE ROCK, Ark., April 11, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Uniti Group Inc. (“Uniti” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: UNIT) announced today the release of its 2023 Environmental, Social and Governance (“ESG”) Report.

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  • LITTLE ROCK, Ark., April 11, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Uniti Group Inc. (“Uniti” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: UNIT) announced today the release of its 2023 Environmental, Social and Governance (“ESG”) Report.
  • This report provides an overview of Uniti’s ESG-related policies and commitments, as well as highlights important accomplishments achieved in 2023.
  • “I am pleased to once again announce the release of Uniti’s annual ESG Report,” commented President and Chief Executive Officer Kenny Gunderman.
  • “Uniti’s ESG focus continues to be grounded in our commitments to integrity, transparency and responsibility to our stakeholders – core values that remain the cornerstone of our operations today.”
    The 2023 ESG Report is available on the Company’s investor relations website at investor.uniti.com under the ESG Reports tab.

Uniti Announces Network Expansion in Huntsville Through Large Hyperscaler Contract Award

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Wednesday, April 10, 2024

LITTLE ROCK, Ark., April 10, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Uniti Group Inc. (“Uniti”) (Nasdaq: UNIT) is pleased to announce a significant network expansion in Huntsville, Alabama, one of Uniti’s existing 30 enterprise markets.

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  • LITTLE ROCK, Ark., April 10, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Uniti Group Inc. (“Uniti”) (Nasdaq: UNIT) is pleased to announce a significant network expansion in Huntsville, Alabama, one of Uniti’s existing 30 enterprise markets.
  • This network expansion, which will span approximately 70 route miles when complete, will support one of its strategic hyperscale customers.
  • In the following years, Uniti was awarded several contracts by large wireless carriers to deploy fiber-based Ethernet backhaul to macro cell sites and dark fiber fronthaul to small cells.
  • Uniti now counts healthcare organizations, K-12 and higher education institutions, data centers, biotechnology companies, wireless carriers and hyperscalers as customers within this market.